2016 News
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Indonesia’s steady progress in tackling fossil fuel subsidies
Yet the removal of subsidies has been hampered by opposition to change from entrenched interests
27 December 2016
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IEA welcomes Italy’s plan to revisit energy strategy and further decarbonise economy
The IEA praised Italy’s comprehensive long-term energy strategy and efforts to comply with 2020 goals on renewable energy, climate change and energy efficiency
16 December 2016
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IEA, IEF and OPEC hold 3rd Symposium on Gas and Coal Market Outlooks
Participants exchanged views and compared outlooks for natural gas and coal markets in the short, medium and long term
16 December 2016
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IEA welcomes Task Force recommendations to disclose climate change risks with scenario analysis
The IEA welcomes the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures that aim to help businesses disclose the risks and opportunities presented by climate change
15 December 2016
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New policies needed for next-generation wind and solar
The dramatic expansion of renewable power in recent years thanks to falling costs has raised a new challenge for power-system operators and regulators:
14 December 2016
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IEA urges the Czech Republic to set conditions to boost energy investments
New policy measures represent a solid starting point, but government needs to set out transparent implementation plans to establish clear expectations for future investors
13 December 2016
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OMR: What a difference a year makes
The final report of 2016 analyses events as dramatic as those that kicked off the year
13 December 2016
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Medium-Term Coal Market Report 2016
New report highlights the continuation of a major geographic shift in the global coal market towards Asia
12 December 2016
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Commentary: Energy efficiency goes global
Brian Motherway, IEA Head of Energy Efficiency
9 December 2016
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Swedish Energy Minister Ibrahim Baylan to chair the IEA’s Ministerial Meeting in 2017
Ibrahim Baylan, Sweden’s Minister of Energy, was named as the chair of the International Energy Agency’s Ministerial meeting, which will be held in Paris in November 2017.
9 December 2016
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Renewable energy’s next frontier: heat
Unlike power or transportation, heat remains widely under-served by renewable sources of energy
6 December 2016
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IEA moves to enhance global gas security
While the rise of the liquefied natural gas market has accelerated the globalization of natural gas, the energy security implications of this transformation have attracted much less attention.
24 November 2016
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A low-carbon future for India’s railways
In countries like India, rail transport still continues to play a central role in moving people and goods
21 November 2016
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IEA Executive Director receives Carnot Prize from the University of Pennsylvania
The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania awarded its annual Carnot Prize to Dr Fatih Birol for his distinguished contributions to energy policy
17 November 2016
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Major countries commit to increase the share of electric vehicles in government fleets
The Declaration emphasises the renewal of government fleets and showcases commitments of these countries to the introduction of low-emission vehicles
16 November 2016
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World Energy Outlook 2016
Renewables and natural gas are the big winners in the race to meet energy demand growth until 2040
16 November 2016
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A delicate balance between water demand and the low-carbon energy transition
Energy and water have always been closely intertwined: water is essential for energy production, likewise energy is critical to water supply
15 November 2016
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Speeding up Carbon Capture and Storage needed to meet climate goals
CCS today is the only technology able to significantly reduce emissions from coal-fired power plants operating or under construction around the world
15 November 2016
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Morocco becomes IEA Association Country, a first for the Middle East and Africa
The first IEA Association country from the Middle East and Africa has abundant renewable energy resources and is a regional leader in deploying clean energy technologies and energy efficiency measures
14 November 2016
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Policies are critical for the invisible fuel
Though 2015 was a record year for renewables, there is another energy technology that is making steady – but quiet – progress in limiting greenhouse gas emissions: energy efficiency.
14 November 2016
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OMR: Holding the line
Investments ensure that the market remains close to balance and that prices are as stable and as fair for both producers and consumers as can ever be possible in such a dynamic industry
10 November 2016
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Emissions data critical for targeted climate action
Knowing how much CO2 is being released and from where better enables countries to act on climate commitments
7 November 2016
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Paris Agreement formally enters into force
With the entry into force of the historic Paris Agreement today, the world is finally committing to collectively tackling climate change.
4 November 2016
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Day of awful air quality in Delhi underscores need for energy sector actions to reduce pollution
Air pollution in Delhi yesterday reached 30 times the World Health Organisation’s recommend levels , heightening serious respiratory problems for its inhabitants.
31 October 2016
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Australia and IEA Agree to Cooperate on Energy Security Review
Agreement between the Australian Government and the IEA was reached following a meeting between Australia’s Minister for the Environment and Energy Josh Frydenberg and the IEA’s Executive Director Dr Fatih Birol in Paris.
31 October 2016
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Mexico’s energy reform is set to revitalise an ailing sector and boost the economy, IEA report says
Mexico’s wide-ranging energy reform, which began in 2013, is expected to reverse the country’s declining oil production, increase the share of renewables in the power sector, and slow the growth in carbon emissions, providing a solid foundation for robust economic growth in the coming decades, according to the International Energy Agency.
26 October 2016
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Mexico Energy Outlook
Mexico’s wide-ranging energy reform provides a solid foundation for robust economic growth in the coming decades
26 October 2016
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Medium-Term Renewable Energy Market Report 2016
25 October 2016
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IEA raises its five-year renewable growth forecast as 2015 marks record year
Renewables will be the fastest-growing source of electricity but growth still concentrated in wind and solar PV, and government support remains critical
25 October 2016
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Singapore becomes IEA Association Country
24 October 2016
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Energy Efficient Prosperity: Green Buildings
This is the last of a five-part series on energy efficiency focusing on real-life examples in developing countries
14 October 2016
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Energy Efficient Prosperity: Expanding Energy Access
This is the fourth of a five-part series on energy efficiency focusing on real-life examples in developing countries
13 October 2016
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Energy Efficient Prosperity: Low-hanging fruits
This is the third of a five-part series on energy efficiency focusing on real-life examples in developing countries
12 October 2016
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Energy Efficient Prosperity: Low-cost energy tools can yield big benefits
This is the second of a five-part series on energy efficiency focusing on real-life examples in developing countries
11 October 2016
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IEA releases Oil Market Report for October
Demand growth continues to slow due to vanishing OECD growth and a marked deceleration in China
11 October 2016
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Energy Efficient Prosperity: The “first fuel” of economic development
This is the first of a five-part series on energy efficiency focusing on real-life examples in developing countries
10 October 2016
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Energy Efficiency Market Report 2016
Economies have needed less energy to grow in recent years, especially in China and other developing countries, but more vigorous policies are needed to achieve climate targets, says new IEA report
10 October 2016
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Energy efficiency gains ground despite lower energy prices, new IEA report says
Economies have needed less energy to grow in recent years, especially in China and other developing countries, but more vigorous policies are needed to achieve climate targets, says new IEA report
10 October 2016
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AskIEA: Energy investment
IEA experts respond to your questions on World Energy Investment 2016
7 October 2016
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Rapid ratification of Paris Agreement is a historic step forward, IEA says
Approval by the world’s major economies signals a strong global commitment in the battle against climate change
6 October 2016
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2015: the year electric vehicles went mainstream
EVs are one of the few low-carbon technologies on track for a 2 degree climate scenario
5 October 2016
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IEA encourages Turkey to deepen energy market reforms
Since the last IEA in-depth review in 2009, Turkey has made significant progress in reforming its energy sector. Completing the reforms will allow Turkey to tap into its renewable and energy efficiency potentials, latest IEA report says.
30 September 2016
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Understanding energy demand is key to an affordable clean energy future
As Morocco shows, finding the right mix between low-carbon generation and energy efficiency is critical to meet climate targets
26 September 2016
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The long road from Paris: the carbon impact of new power generation
New power plants still not on track for global climate goals
23 September 2016
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ASEAN Ministers welcomed IEA’s open door policy and requested further co-operation with IEA
22 September 2016
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Key World Energy Statistics: A world of energy data at your fingertips
IEA releases updated Key World Energy Statistics
21 September 2016
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IEA urges Japan to decarbonise its energy supply
IEA welcomes energy market reform and applauds commitment to energy innovation
21 September 2016
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Accelerating action on climate change
World watches as Paris Agreement moves closer to ratification in 2016
20 September 2016
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Global energy investment down 8% in 2015 with flows signalling move towards cleaner energy
A new IEA report – World Energy Investment 2016 – shows the electricity sector leading a broad reorientation of energy investment but warns more is needed to meet climate targets and address energy security concerns
14 September 2016
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World Energy Investment 2016
Global energy investment down 8% in 2015 with flows signalling move towards cleaner energy
12 September 2016
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OPEC Secretary-General Barkindo Pays Inaugural Visit to IEA
9 September 2016
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Cities are at the frontline of the energy transition
While countries and regions are setting grand targets to curb carbon emissions, the real action will be taken in the world’s booming urban centres
7 September 2016
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IEA Executive Director holds talks with Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia
Dr Fatih Birol highlights challenges to energy security and discusses the future of the IEA-Slovenia relationship
6 September 2016
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IEA Executive Director on official visit to Republic of Korea
Discusses global energy markets and efforts underway to modernise the IEA
2 September 2016
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Adapting to a Drier World
As the world celebrates Water Week, IEA analysis has examined how energy production can make better use of limited water resources
30 August 2016
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Small increase in energy investment could cut premature deaths from air pollution in half by 2040, says new IEA report
IEA strategy based on existing energy technologies and policies can cut 50% of pollutant emissions, the fourth-largest threat to human health, by 2040
27 June 2016
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Clean Energy Ministerial Secretariat finds new home at the IEA
“Perfect marriage” increases IEA’s focus on clean energy technology and global outreach
15 June 2016
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IEA sees major shifts in global gas trade over next five years
Massive growth in LNG supplies despite weak gas demand and low prices
8 June 2016
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Cities are in the frontline for cutting carbon emissions, new IEA report finds
Energy Technology Perspectives 2016 shows that decarbonising urban buildings and transport is key to attain Paris climate goals, but slow progress will test governments’ commitment
1 June 2016
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IEA urges Belgium to take a long-term approach to energy policy
Report recommends reconsidering nuclear phase-out
19 May 2016
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IEA cautiously backs Portugal’s efforts to build a financially sustainable energy system by 2020
Review of Portuguese energy policies also urges the government to push for greater interconnection with Europe
13 April 2016
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IEA and Thailand launch Thailand Energy Information Centre in Bangkok
Centre to support Thailand’s energy policy makers and industry
1 April 2016
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IEA and China launch the process of establishing a joint energy centre in Beijing
Centre will enhance IEA’s co-operation with key global energy player
30 March 2016
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Decoupling of global emissions and economic growth confirmed
IEA analysis shows energy-related emissions of CO2 stalled for the second year in a row as renewable energy surged
16 March 2016
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IEA enhances co-operation with India on energy policy and technology research
Agreement steps up engagement in several key fields
4 March 2016
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IEA backs Canada’s new energy and climate commitments
Review of Canadian energy policies urges federal government to turn climate pledges into energy policies
25 February 2016
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Global oil supply growth plunging, with US taking biggest hit for now
IEA medium-term report sees oil market rebalancing in 2017, but investment cuts pose supply security risks down the road
22 February 2016
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How to reinvent electricity markets after COP21
To ensure sustainability and supply security, IEA report prescribes a new balance between regulation and competitive markets
18 February 2016
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IEA and UfM join forces to strengthen climate action in the Euro-Mediterranean region
IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol and UfM Secretary General Fathallah Sijilmassi sign Memorandum of Understanding to undertake joint initiatives that effectively contribute towards sustainable development
18 February 2016
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Laszlo Varro named new IEA Chief Economist
As head of Economics and Investment Office, he will support IEA’s strategic agenda
29 January 2016